Most couples can expect to receive between 50 and 100 edited photos per hour of coverage.
So if your wedding day includes 8 hours of coverage, you can usually expect somewhere between 400–800 final images. That range gives us the flexibility to capture:
- Getting ready moments
- First look or portraits
- Ceremony
- Family photos
- Reception & dance floor
- All the in-between stuff you didn’t know you’d love
What Affects the Total Number?
The number of final photos delivered depends on several factors:
1. Hours of Coverage
The more hours we’re with you, the more moments we get to document. Full-day coverage naturally produces more images than a 4-hour elopement.
2. Number of Photographers
With two shooters, we capture more angles, reactions, and behind-the-scenes magic. That almost always increases your photo count.
3. Wedding Style & Guest Count
A 250-guest dance party will generate more images than a quiet 20-person gathering. Neither is better — just different!
4. Your Timeline
Busy timelines with lots of locations = more variety. Chill, slow-moving days may result in fewer images, but often more intimacy.
Quality Over Quantity
We know numbers are part of the planning puzzle — but here’s the truth: more doesn’t always mean better.
What matters most is that your photos:
- Tell your story with emotional honesty
- Include everyone you love
- Make you feel something when you look at them
You don’t need 1000 images of every single guest. You need the ones where your partner tears up. Your mom squeezes your hand. You laugh so hard your nose scrunches.
Those are the images you’ll frame. Those are the ones that matter.
What We Deliver at Boxcar
We deliver:
- Fully edited images in our signature natural-toned style
- An online gallery for viewing, downloading, and sharing
- Print-ready resolution for albums and wall art
- Sneak peeks within a few days of the wedding
Every wedding is different — so if you have a specific number in mind, let’s talk about it.
Need Help Deciding on Hours or Packages?
We’re happy to walk you through your wedding timeline and recommend how many hours make sense for your day. Whether you need coverage for just your ceremony and portraits, or want us there for the full weekend, we’ll make sure every key moment is captured.
Contact us here to chat about your plans.
You deserve a gallery full of images that bring your day rushing back. Let’s make it happen.
